The Royal College of Midwives, since its foundation in 1881, has sought to work with and support midwives from all over the world, through international forums and committees and by fostering links with individual midwives and associations.

RCM  membership is represented in the following global and European organisations: 

• European Forum of National Nursing and Midwifery Associations  (EFNNM)

• European Midwives Association 

• Global Network of WHO Collaborating Centres (WHOCCs) for Nursing and Midwifery Development

• International Confederation of Midwives  (ICM)

• European Federation of Public Service Unions (EPS) 

RCM also engages with other NGOs  and  coalition  partners:

• The White Ribbon Alliance 

• Women and Children First (UK)

• Women for women

Thinking of working abroad? download our advice and information booklet for those who may be considering or planning to practise midwifery overseas.

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Thinking about working with humanitarian organisations? download the full guide here which provides advice for health care professionals who want to work as humanitarian aid volunteers in emergency situations or in ongoing development work.

Working with humanitarian organisaitons: a guide for nurses, midwives and health care professionals. 

Guide jointly developed by the Royal College of Midwives (RCM), the Royal College of Nursing (RCN),Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF).

Join The RCM as an International Member.